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I have a MSA70 for sale - it has 25x 72Gb SAS 10K disks Offers?
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We are always looking for people at any level - email me your cv - [email protected]
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around the low 20k mark
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Harris Academy Purley The Harris Federation comprises 28 primary and secondary academies and we are one of the most successful Academy groups in the country. We currently educate nearly 20,000 pupils in and around London. Nine out of eleven inspected Harris Academies open for more than a year have been judged to be Outstanding by Ofsted (82% compared to 20% nationally). Our average improvement in five GCSEs with English and Maths since opening is 33%. 92% of Harris students achieved 5 or more good GCSE passes this summer. 99.6% of Harris students achieved 2 or more A-level or equivalent, enabling many students to progress to excellent careers and top Universities. Our aim is to give every student the very best start in life through the provision of an outstanding education. The Harris Federation is planning to grow over the next 2-3 years by at least another 15 Academies, 8 Free Schools opening in September 2014. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team, creating and building a new approach to IT, changing the culture, shaping how we do things and really having an influence on how we deliver great service to all of the Academies. The team currently provides support for over 20,000 users and 10,000 endpoint devices. Recently there has been a considerable investment in updating the central and local infrastructure including a move to more virtualisation of both the server and desktop estate. This role is to provide on site 1st line support for a number of vacancies within the Harris group. The role will work closely with both the management of the school and the central IT team. Responsibilities will be: · To ensure that all incidents and requests for the Academy are logged appropriately on the Service Management system · To ensure that incidents and requests for the Academy are resolved within the target resolution time and are documented within the system. · Maintain regular communications with the appropriate local staff until Incident resolution · Monitor progress of all incidents and requests for the Academy against Service Level targets and respond promptly to customer requests for updates or resolution as appropriate. · Escalate any incidents to the appropriate team as necessary and work with the Federation ICT team including the Cluster Managers, 3rd line support, project managers and other stakeholders to resolution. · Identify, resolve and/or document workarounds for desktop related problems. · Image, deploy and manage PCs, Laptops, VDIs and other endpoints and devices such as printers and IWBs. Work with the Cluster Managers appropriately. · Work with the Cluster Managers and Infrastructure team under their direction to support the on-site infrastructure elements such as physical & virtual servers and networking devices ensuring that availability and security of the network, folder and files and applications. · Provide high-quality technical support and advice to the Academy. · Test and install new software, ensuring the licensing compliance. · Ensure that server and network infrastructure is checked and maintained in accordance with HarrisNET best practice and procedures Set up and maintain user and e-mail accounts, ensuring that new staff and students receive credentials in a timely fashion · Maintain computer peripheral equipment such as scanners, printers, whiteboards, projectors and ensure that this hardware is tested and prepared for use when required · Deliver the IT service in accordance with ITIL and Harrisnet principles. Experience, skills and qualifications *Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; *Confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholders; *Ability to apply problem solving techniques and get results; *Strong personal drive and willingness to get things done *Self-motivated and committed to delivery on time and to a high quality *Demonstrable experience of balancing priorities and successful delivery of objectives, in a fast paced, constantly changing environment *Ability to troubleshoot, investigate and resolve technical issues; *Ability to react quickly and effectively to issues and opportunities; *Ability to self-manage, organise, and prioritise tasks and work under pressure during troubleshooting and problem-solving; *Proven track record in working to strict timescales and of working with staff at all levels; *Good knowledge/experience of Microsoft and other desktop products, Citrix, Virtual Desktops, LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, Anti-Virus, Internet Access and security solutions *A minimum of two years of experience of carrying out a similar role client facing role in either the primary or secondary education sector Please send any CV's to:- [email protected]
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When I looked around it looked like it. I know there server room was re-done about 2-3 years ago.
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That person didn't last long.......this post was up for grabs last year. I know a little behind this role, the site was outsourced to RM but they lost the contract and went back to an in-house IT Department.
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Network Manager - Wimbledon, London. £40k+. One day left!
IanT replied to Asomodai's topic in Educational IT Jobs
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HP ProLiant ML110 G7 (Running Windows Server 2012 as my Hyper-V box) Dell PowerEdge T110 (Running Windows Server 2012 with Exchange 2013) Cisco PIX Firewall HP ProCurve 2610\2510
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Network Manager - Wimbledon, London. £40k+. One day left!
IanT replied to Asomodai's topic in Educational IT Jobs
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The Harris Federation comprises 28 primary and secondary academies and we are one of the most successful Academy groups in the country. We currently educate nearly 20,000 pupils in and around London. Nine out of eleven inspected Harris Academies open for more than a year have been judged to be Outstanding by Ofsted (82% compared to 20% nationally). Our average improvement in five GCSEs with English and Maths since opening is 33%. 92% of Harris students achieved 5 or more good GCSE passes this summer. 99.6% of Harris students achieved 2 or more A-level or equivalent, enabling many students to progress to excellent careers and top Universities. Our aim is to give every student the very best start in life through the provision of an outstanding education. The Harris Federation is planning to grow over the next 2-3 years by at least another 15 Academies, 8 Free Schools opening in September 2014. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team, creating and building a new approach to IT, changing the culture, shaping how we do things and really having an influence on how we deliver great service to all of the Academies. The team currently provides support for over 20,000 users and 10,000 endpoint devices. Recently there has been a considerable investment in updating the central and local infrastructure including a move to more virtualisation of both the server and desktop estate. This role is to provide on site 1st line support for a number of vacancies within the Harris group. The role will work closely with both the management of the school and the central IT team. Responsibilities will be: · To ensure that all incidents and requests for the Academy are logged appropriately on the Service Management system · To ensure that incidents and requests for the Academy are resolved within the target resolution time and are documented within the system. · Maintain regular communications with the appropriate local staff until Incident resolution · Monitor progress of all incidents and requests for the Academy against Service Level targets and respond promptly to customer requests for updates or resolution as appropriate. · Escalate any incidents to the appropriate team as necessary and work with the Federation ICT team including the Cluster Managers, 3rd line support, project managers and other stakeholders to resolution. · Identify, resolve and/or document workarounds for desktop related problems. · Image, deploy and manage PCs, Laptops, VDIs and other endpoints and devices such as printers and IWBs. Work with the Cluster Managers appropriately. · Work with the Cluster Managers and Infrastructure team under their direction to support the on-site infrastructure elements such as physical & virtual servers and networking devices ensuring that availability and security of the network, folder and files and applications. · Provide high-quality technical support and advice to the Academy. · Test and install new software, ensuring the licensing compliance. · Ensure that server and network infrastructure is checked and maintained in accordance with HarrisNET best practice and procedures Set up and maintain user and e-mail accounts, ensuring that new staff and students receive credentials in a timely fashion · Maintain computer peripheral equipment such as scanners, printers, whiteboards, projectors and ensure that this hardware is tested and prepared for use when required · Deliver the IT service in accordance with ITIL and Harrisnet principles. Experience, skills and qualifications *Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; *Confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholders; *Ability to apply problem solving techniques and get results; *Strong personal drive and willingness to get things done *Self-motivated and committed to delivery on time and to a high quality *Demonstrable experience of balancing priorities and successful delivery of objectives, in a fast paced, constantly changing environment *Ability to troubleshoot, investigate and resolve technical issues; *Ability to react quickly and effectively to issues and opportunities; *Ability to self-manage, organise, and prioritise tasks and work under pressure during troubleshooting and problem-solving; *Proven track record in working to strict timescales and of working with staff at all levels; *Good knowledge/experience of Microsoft and other desktop products, Citrix, Virtual Desktops, LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, Anti-Virus, Internet Access and security solutions *A minimum of two years of experience of carrying out a similar role client facing role in either the primary or secondary education sector. Apply, please email:- [email protected] Salary will be in the 20k mark! Thank you.
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I am after either a DL380\DL360 G5, G6 or even G7 ProLiant Server going spare\free or low cost! PM ME!
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Cover for ICT Support
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Hello, I urgently need a contractor for an academy, cover is required for a few weeks\maybe more! Academy is based in Bromley - please PM me for more details. Thanks.
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BUMP BUMP BUMP
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Purley - One Location South Norwood - multiple between another academy soon East Dulwich - One Location
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We have a few posts currently in South Norwood, East Dulwich and Purley (soon!)
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The Harris Federation comprises 28 primary and secondary academies and we are one of the most successful Academy groups in the country. We currently educate nearly 20,000 pupils in and around London. Nine out of eleven inspected Harris Academies open for more than a year have been judged to be Outstanding by Ofsted (82% compared to 20% nationally). Our average improvement in five GCSEs with English and Maths since opening is 33%. 92% of Harris students achieved 5 or more good GCSE passes this summer. 99.6% of Harris students achieved 2 or more A-level or equivalent, enabling many students to progress to excellent careers and top Universities. Our aim is to give every student the very best start in life through the provision of an outstanding education. The Harris Federation is planning to grow over the next 2-3 years by at least another 15 Academies, 8 Free Schools opening in September 2014. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team, creating and building a new approach to IT, changing the culture, shaping how we do things and really having an influence on how we deliver great service to all of the Academies. The team currently provides support for over 20,000 users and 10,000 endpoint devices. Recently there has been a considerable investment in updating the central and local infrastructure including a move to more virtualisation of both the server and desktop estate. This role is to provide on site 1st line support for a number of vacancies within the Harris group. The role will work closely with both the management of the school and the central IT team. Responsibilities will be: · To ensure that all incidents and requests for the Academy are logged appropriately on the Service Management system · To ensure that incidents and requests for the Academy are resolved within the target resolution time and are documented within the system. · Maintain regular communications with the appropriate local staff until Incident resolution · Monitor progress of all incidents and requests for the Academy against Service Level targets and respond promptly to customer requests for updates or resolution as appropriate. · Escalate any incidents to the appropriate team as necessary and work with the Federation ICT team including the Cluster Managers, 3rd line support, project managers and other stakeholders to resolution. · Identify, resolve and/or document workarounds for desktop related problems. · Image, deploy and manage PCs, Laptops, VDIs and other endpoints and devices such as printers and IWBs. Work with the Cluster Managers appropriately. · Work with the Cluster Managers and Infrastructure team under their direction to support the on-site infrastructure elements such as physical & virtual servers and networking devices ensuring that availability and security of the network, folder and files and applications. · Provide high-quality technical support and advice to the Academy. · Test and install new software, ensuring the licensing compliance. · Ensure that server and network infrastructure is checked and maintained in accordance with HarrisNET best practice and procedures Set up and maintain user and e-mail accounts, ensuring that new staff and students receive credentials in a timely fashion · Maintain computer peripheral equipment such as scanners, printers, whiteboards, projectors and ensure that this hardware is tested and prepared for use when required · Deliver the IT service in accordance with ITIL and Harrisnet principles. Experience, skills and qualifications *Good verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; *Confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholders; *Ability to apply problem solving techniques and get results; *Strong personal drive and willingness to get things done *Self-motivated and committed to delivery on time and to a high quality *Demonstrable experience of balancing priorities and successful delivery of objectives, in a fast paced, constantly changing environment *Ability to troubleshoot, investigate and resolve technical issues; *Ability to react quickly and effectively to issues and opportunities; *Ability to self-manage, organise, and prioritise tasks and work under pressure during troubleshooting and problem-solving; *Proven track record in working to strict timescales and of working with staff at all levels; *Good knowledge/experience of Microsoft and other desktop products, Citrix, Virtual Desktops, LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, Anti-Virus, Internet Access and security solutions *A minimum of two years of experience of carrying out a similar role client facing role in either the primary or secondary education sector This is not exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the job description which can be found on our website. Salary in the range of £20-24k according to experience. For more information please PM me, to apply email [email protected]
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Age is not a problem and certificate...........mean nothing! IMO.......Where are you located?
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Bump - closing date next friday.
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bump! We did not find anyone so we are re-advertising.
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Infrastructure Manager (Virtual Systems) Harris Federation – London The Harris Federation comprises 27 primary and secondary academies and we are one of the most successful Academy groups in the country. We currently educate 20,000+ pupils in and around London. Nine out of eleven inspected Harris Academies open for more than a year have been judged to be Outstanding by Ofsted (82% compared to 20% nationally). Our average improvement in five GCSEs with English and Maths since opening is 33%. 92% of Harris students achieved 5 or more good GCSE passes this summer. 99.6% of Harris students achieved 2 or more A-level or equivalent, enabling many students to progress to excellent careers and top Universities. Our aim is to give every student the very best start in life through the provision of an outstanding education. The Harris Federation is planning to grow over the next 2-3 years by at least another 15 Academies. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team, creating and building a new approach to IT, changing the culture, shaping how we do things and really having an influence on how we deliver great service to all of the Academies. The team currently provides support for over 20,000 users and 10,000 endpoint devices. Recently there has been a considerable investment in updating the central and local infrastructure including a move to more virtualisation of both the server and desktop estate utilising Netapp and Cisco UCS in a dual centre FlexPod configuration. A large scale VDI implementation has been completed and we now need a specialist to manage the "backend". This role must have similar experience of supporting large scale virtual infrastructure using HyperV 2012 and XenDesktop 5.6. This role will work as part of the central federation IT Infrastructure team (four staff) and will povide direction and support for all of the Federations systems. This role will share the support on all systems, but will "specialise" on the backend virtual systems. Essential areas of experience are Windows server 2008/2012 HyperV 2008/2012 Citrix Xendesktop 5.5/5.6 System Center components Netapp & storage Job Purpose To effectively manage the infrastructure to enable Group ICT to provide an excellent IT Service in line with ITIL principles to our customers. To effectively design, manage and support the entire infrastructure across the group including Academies and Data Centres. Enable Group ICT to provide an excellent IT Service in line with ITIL principles to our customers. Ensure the Infrastructure is stable, secure and resilient. Provide Technical Design Authority services to all projects. Working with other members of the Infrastructure team (3rd line) these roles have responsibility for the design, support, operational management, monitoring and maintenance of all ICT systems and infrastructure across the Harris Federation. This includes LAN, WAN, Servers, Virtual infrastructure, storage, central and local server based applications. Design and Support of Systems Review and analyse current technology infrastructure and its ability to support strategic corporate objectives Identify and propose specific strategies, initiatives and remedies necessary to align technology infrastructure with corporate objectives. Support development of business drivers, business case and high level program implementation plan Continually research new technologies to ensure the Federation systems are as efficient, effective, resilient and secure as possible. Promote awareness of new technologies, maintain up to date knowledge of leading-edge technology and associated vendors, Liaise with vendors, partners and service providers as appropriate. Disseminate information about new systems to the immediate and remote IT Team Design, build and maintain the systems to ensure that they: o are secure; o are resilient; o are appropriate for needs; o have sufficient capacity; o have perform as required; o are available when required; o provide value for money; o documented appropriately. To Promote shared and common infrastructure across the Harris Federation in accordance with HarrisNET standards Develop and maintain standard processes and procedures for the maintenance and operational management of all components of HarrisNET. Develop and maintain a consistent operational monitoring and reporting platform for HarrisNET and all Academy ICT systems Ensure that all ICT solutions that form HarrisNET are fit for purpose, scalable, adaptable and compliant with all necessary standards and regulations. Develop and maintain standard migration processes and procedures to ensure the smooth transition of new Academies into the HarrisNET single network. Identify training requirements for ICT support staff within the central team and across the Harris Federation Ensure that deployed solutions and underlying documentation are regularly reviewed and refreshed as necessary, incorporating lessons learned from other projects. Maintain strong lines of communication with all relevant areas of the organization and with relevant external entities Essential Core. Core TCP/IP fundamentals, including OSI model, CIDR, subnets, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, RADIUS SAN & storage fundamentals, including iSCSI, SAS, RAID levels etc. Server and desktop virtualisation fundamentals Active Directory, Group Policy, security group models in a multi-site multi-tenant environment Server OS - 2008, 2008 R2, 2012 Hyper-V - 2008, 2012 in both standalone and clustered environments Forefront Threat Management Gateway Exchange 2010 / Office 365 / Active Directory Federation Services SharePoint 2010 / 2013 System Center Configuration Manager, Operations Manager, Data Protection Manager, Endpoint Protection and deployment tools Cisco UCS HP, NetApp and Whiptail storage technologies Managed wireless networks - HP & Cisco Desktop Virtualisation - Remote Desktop Services, Remote Desktop Gateway, Citrix XenDesktop Citrix Access Gateway Desirable Lync 2010/2013 Forefront Unified Access Gateway MacOS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 client/server and Mac/Windows integration Cisco ASA firewalls Cisco Nexus switching & NX-OS Switching - HP & Cisco Cisco VoIP Application streaming - App-V/XenApp Powershell scripting & orchestration Wide Area Networking This is not exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the job description which can be found on our website. Salary in the range of £40-50k according to experience Closing date is 5pm on 11th October 2013 and interviews will take place shortly after For more information please PM or E-Mail me. If you would like to apply please send your CV over to: [email protected]
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Closing date it today at 12:00
